Amid cascading socio-economic crises, social protection has remained a key pillar of inclusive policies, ensuring. The UNDP Regional Bureau for Asia and the Pacific (RBAP) commissioned this paper to take stock of UNDP’s past and ongoing support to social protection in Asia and the Pacific region countries. The paper contributes to shaping the global, regional, and national discourse and thinking around a system that is a best fit to address the uncertainties and vulnerabilities.